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1. According to API standard 570, which of the following is responsible for maintaining the records of qualified
welding procedure specifications (WPSs) and procedure qualification records used in conducting repairs and
alterations?
A. the owner/operator
B. the constructor
C. the authorize inspector
D. the repair organization

2. The fluid in a process is changed, which results in the piping system being reclassified as a class 1 piping system.
Given the following:
Measured thickness: 0.240 inch
Required thickness: 0.192 inch
Anticipated corrosion rate based on similar service: 0.008 inch per year.
If RBI is not considered, what should the new thickness measurement interval be?
A. 3 years
B. 5 years
C. 6 years
D. 10 years

3. Temporary repairs to piping systems with localized pitting may be performed using a fillet weld patch if:
A. nondestructive test is performed after post weld heat treatment (PWHT)
B. the specified minimum yield strength of the pipe material is 40.000 psi (275.8 MPa) or less
C. the patch size is 100 square inches (645 square cm) or less
D. the pitting has penetrated less than 50% of the pipe wall

4. Piping systems are classified according to API 570 primary so that:

A. piping with higher probability of corrosion can give more condition monitoring location (CMLs)
B. small bore piping can receive more extensive inspections at shorter interval
C. higher consequence piping systems receive more extensive inspections at shorter interval
lower consequence piping system can be eliminated from the inspection program

5. While inspecting flanged joints, an inspector should verify that fastener extend completely through their nuts.
Lack of engagement of the nut shall not exceed:
A. more than the thickness of one side of the nut
B. more than two threads
C. more than one threads
D. zero, the nut must be fully engaged

6. When long term and short term corrosion rates are compared, the rate to be used in the remaining life calculation
is:
A. the one that represents the average corrosion rate for the pipe
B. always the short term rate
C. the one that best reflects the current process
D. the lowest rate

7. Of the following fluid services, for which one can the requirements of API 570 be considered optional?
A. liquid air
B. sour water
C. boiler feed water
D. catalyst

8. When corrosion product buildup is noted at pipe support contact areas, lifting of such support may be required for
inspection. When this is done:
A. care should be exercised if the piping is in service
B. a full lift plan should be written
C. the piping must be taken out of service
D. the affected area should be sandblasted to enable proper inspection

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9. Unless otherwise specified in API 570, the type and amount of NDE required for welds during an alteration or
repair shall be in accordance with:
A. the applicable code and the owner/user specification
B. B31.3 , K341.3
C. ASME code, section V
D. ASNT SNT-TC-1A

10. On buried piping, generally, the lower the soil resistivity, the:
A. less the need for cathodic protection
B. longer the potential inspection interval
C. lower the potential for soil moisture retention
D. higher the external corrosion rate

11. Which of the following is not considered part of an external visual inspection?
A. looking for indications of corrosion under insulation
B. checking for signs of misalignment
C. inspecting pipe support, guides, and anchors
D. obtaining measurement at condition monitoring location (CMLs)

12. Which of the following is least likely to contribute to the possibility of corrosion under insulation?
A. proximity to a cooling tower
B. personnel protection insulation extends from grade up to 10 feet
C. penetrations in piping such as vents and drains
D. operating temperatures well below freezing

13. Brittle fracture usually occurs only at:

A. elevated temperature where there is a high stress concentration
B. temperatures below freezing
C. temperatures below the charpy impact transition temperature
D. temperatures above the nil ductility transition temperature

14. Insert patch (flush patch) repairs are:

A. allowed for class 1 and class 2 piping systems if the welds receive magnetic particle testing or penetrant
testing
B. not allowed for class 1 piping system
C. allowed for class 1 and class 2 piping systems if the welds are 100% radiographed or suitable ultrasonically
tested
D. low strength

15. Maximum inspection intervals for class 4 piping systems are:

A. 10 years maximum
B. half the remaining life
C. determined by the owner-user
D. double those of class 3 piping systems

16. For corrosion rate determinations to be valid, it is important that:

A. an adequate statistical sample size be measured and averaged
B. measurements on the thinnest point be repeated at the same location
C. industry-qualified UT examiners are utilized
D. UT measurements are taken below 150oF (66oC) to ensure accuracy

17. All the following conditions require reevaluating an existing API 570 piping classification except:
A. decreasing the process PH
B. altering the hydrocarbon chemistry
C. relocating an injection point
D. revising the operating conditions

18. Deadlegs in a piping system should be:

A. inspected at the same interval as the rest of the piping system
B. evaluated for possible removal
C. inspected every 3 years
D. inspected at an interval that is half that of the rest of the piping system
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19. A rerate is being performed to a lower the minimum design temperature on a piping system. Which of the
following is required?
A. verify that system piping materials meet code minimum temperature required
B. calculate the test pressure using the ratio of allowance stresses
C. review the inspection records to ensure that the piping system is adequate supported
D. perfrom brinell hardness test on representative samples

20. The intent of API 570 is to:

A. specify the in-service inspection and condition monitoring program needed to determine the integrity of a
piping system
B. provide the needed inspection procedures to find all degradation mechanisms
C. specify the most appropriate inspection methods for ensuring the integrity of a piping system, and to provide
proper input to a risk-based inspection program
D. define the responsibilities of an API 570 certified piping inspector

21. Which of the following describes the type of temporary repair that can be made to a damaged or corroded area of
piping in accordance with API standard 570?
A. a full encirclement welded split sleeve installed over the damaged or corroded area
B. a bolted band installed by a qualified contractor
C. lap patch, with rounded corner, that are half the circumference of the pipe
D. no temporary repairs can be made on in-service piping

22. If the potential for environmental cracking is suspected when reviewing previous inspection reports, inspection of
selected spools should be schedule:
A. within 1 year
B. within 3 year
C. within 5 year
D. before an upcoming turnaround

23. A hydrostatic pressure test on a piping system must be maintained for a minimum:
A. 10 minutes
B. 30 minutes
C. 1 hour
D. 2 hours

24. The recommended upstream limit of the injection point circuit is a:

A. minimum of 12 inches or 3 pipe diameters (whichever is less)
B. maximum of 12 inches or 3 pipe diameters (whichever is greater)
C. maximum of 12 inches or 3 pipe diameters (whichever is less)
D. minimum of 12 inches or 3 pipe diameters (whichever is greater)

25. Who can make repairs and alterations to a piping system?

A. owners-users who make repairs and alterations in accordance with API 570
B. all repair organizations that poses a code stamp
C. owners-users who make repairs and alterations in accordance with ASME B31.1
D. only those contractors holding a NBIC R stamp

26. Insert repair patches may be of any shape but must:

A. have a test hole
B. have a SMYS of not more than 40.000 psi (275,800 kPa)
C. be 100% radiographed
D. have rounded corner

27. For flush patches on a class 1 or class 2 piping system, the weld shall be 100% radiographed:
A. and magnetic particle tested
B. or ultrasonically tested
C. and ultrasonically tested
D. or magnetic particle tested

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28. A piping circuit containing hydrocarbon is located within the boundary limits of an operating unit. The
hydrocarbon, if released, would evaporate slowly. According to API standard 570, what classification should this
piping receive?
A. class 1
B. class 2
C. class 3
D. class 4

29. For piping system that will undergo a change in service, the corrosion rate may be determined using:
A. the two most recent thickness reading
B. data from equipment in the same or similar service as the new piping API 570 7.1.2.a
C. thickness readings taken after 6 months of service
D. the difference between the nominal thickness and the actual measurement thickness

30. Which of the following is not part of external visual on stream inspection of a relief valve?
A. thickness measurement of the valve boy to verify that there is no internal corrosion
B. no gags, blinds, closed valves, or piping obstructions would prevent the valve function properly
C. bellows vents are open and clear, and any connected piping is routed to a suitable location
D. upstream and downstream block valves are sealed or chained and locked to a proper position

31. When an inspector checks for external corrosion at a soil to air interface checked are at grade and how far below
the soil surface?
A. 3 inches (76.0 mm)
B. 6 inches (152.4 mm)
C. 10 inches (254.0 mm)
D. 12 inches (304.8 mm)

32. Inspection hold points to be implemented during a repair or alteration shall be authorized by the:
A. piping engineer
B. inspector
C. welding superintendent
D. welding engineer

33. When selecting corrosion monitoring locations (CMLs) for piping, which of the most important factor to
consider?
A. patterns of corrosion that would be expected
B. places where corrosion is most likely to occur circumferentially
C. place where axial corrosion is most likely to occur
D. accessibility of the CMLs

34. Which of the following is not a required marking on B 16.5 flange or flanged fitting:
A. pressure class rating
B. temperature range
C. material specification
D. manufacturers name or marking

35. For the SMAW electrode designation E8010, the “80”designates the minimum weld metal :
A. tensile strength in the as-welded condition
B. yield strength in the PWHT condition
C. tensile strength in the PWHT condition
D. yield strength in the as-welded condition

36. A fillet welded external patch installed over a piping system defect:
A. is considered a permanent repair
B. does not require rounded corners
C. must be designed by piping engineer
D. is designed without using joint efficiency

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37. When the maximum allowable working pressure is recalculated for the continued use of piping system, the wall
thickness used is the:
A. actual thickness
B. actual thickness minus the estimated corrosion loss before next inspection
C. actual thickness minus two times the estimated corrosion loss before the next inspection
D. actual thickness minus four times the corrosion loss experienced since the previous inspection

38. Condition monitoring location reading on piping system such that corrosion rate has increased. The most
appropriate quick response is to:
A. recalculated inspection interval on the system
B. recalculate piping circuit corrosion rate
C. schedule the next inspection within 6 month
D. report this condition and changes to maintenance

39. When a hydrostatic test is maintained for a long period of time

A. the test pressure should be recorded every hour
B. precaution shall be taken to avoid excessive pressure
C. a spare hydro test pump should be provided
D. the inspector shall remain on site the entire time of the test

40. Historically, material non conformances with the greatest number of serious consequences involved:
A. stainless steel components in high alloy piping system
B. carbon steel component in low alloy piping system
C. carbon steel components in stainless steel piping system
D. low alloy components in stainless steel piping system

41. The welder and welding procedure used on a process piping system must be qualified according to:
A. ASME B 31.1 or the code to which the system was built
B. ASME B 31.3 or the code to which the system was built
C. ASME B 31.3 or SNT TC-IA
D. ASME section VIII, division I

42. According to API 570 , an examiner:

A. need not be an authorized piping inspector
B. evaluates the results of NDE on piping inspection
C. must a theorize all repair procedures, materials and examination technique before work is done
D. must be an authorized piping inspector

43. When a piping inspector notices deformation of a pressure vessel wall in the vicinity of a pipe attachment, the
most appropriate of the following actions is to:
A. note the deformation in the inspection report
B. recommend an immediate shutdown of the unit
C. check for piping misalignment
D. calculate the allowable deformation according to ASME code, section VIII division I

44. Image quality indicators are always selection and the basic of the:
A. thickness of the material being welded
B. quality specified for the weld
C. film speed selected for the job
D. size of the penetrameter hole

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45. A piping system installed in January 1993 had an initial thickness of 0.32 inch. In January 2004, a thickness of
0.20 inch was recorded just prior to a change of service on the piping system. The thickness measurement in
January 2009 was 0.18 inch. The retirement thickness of 0.15 inch will be met in:
A. january 2012
B. june 2012
C. june 2016
D. january 2039

46. A piping system carrying a flammable petroleum process fluid may be categorized as a Class 3 system if it
contains:
A. a finished product being pumped at remote booster station
B. anhydrous hydrogen chloride
C. waste gas used to fuel an on-site heater
D. on-site naphtha with no hydrogen sulfide

47. All of the following are suitable for detecting creep damage in a piping except
A. accountable emission testing
B. penetrant testing plus magnetic particle testing
C. hydrostatic testing
D. ultrasonic testing

48. Gate valves inspected of being exposed to corrosion/erosion should have thickness reading taken
A. between the seats
B. on each flange on and connection
C. on the downstream side of the seat
D. at the gate

49. The welder performance qualification record documents:

A. that the weldment provides the required properties
B. the suitability of a weld process for a given service
C. the ability of the manufacturer to control the welder
D. the welder’s ability to make sound welds

50. Which of the following materials should be hydro tested with potable water or steam condensate?
A. carbon steel
B. 400 series stainless steel
C. 300 series stainless steel
D. 5Cr 1/2Mo

51. During radiographic examination of a weld, the wire type IQI shall be placed:
A. adjacent to the weld so that the length of the wire is perpendicular to the weld
B. adjacent to the weld so that the length of the wire is parallel to the weld
C. on the weld so that the length of the wire is perpendicular to the weld
D. on the weld so that the length of the wire is parallel to the weld

52. Local post weld heat treatment (PWHT) may be considered for piping repairs under all of the following conditions
except when the:
A. pipe wall thickness exceeds 1/2 inch (13mm)
B. PWHT is for environmental cracking resistance
C. material has higher than 12% chrome content
D. pipe diameter exceeds NPS 12 (DN 300)

53. Which of the following best describes the term “undercut”

A. a lack of fusion under the cap that appears as a “cut” on a radiograph
B. a groove in the base material at the toe of the weld
C. incomplete filling of the weld root
D. an incomplete bonding between the parent metal and filler metal under the weld

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54. New connections installed on existing piping systems shall always be:
A. considered alterations
B. located downstream from any control valves
C. designed per the applicable code
D. 100% radiographic

55. When it was placed in service, a class 1 piping system had a measured wall thickness of 0.45” the required wall
thickness is 0.380”, after 3 years in operation the measured thickness was 0.42”. One years later after installation,
that wall thickness is 0.45” the long term corrosion rate is:
A. 0.005 in years
B. 0.008 in years
C. 0.010 in years
D. 0.012 in years

56. Underground piping system lacking catholic protection and having external corrosion, excavated to:
A. expose enough to identify the type and extend of the corrosion
B. uncover 25 ft beyond the area of corrosion
C. fully uncover 100% of the piping’s length and width
D. expose a 10 inch long stretch of the top half diameter of the piping

57. Bolting components and other flanged spool pieces that may be easily removed and reinstalled deserve particular
attention because of:
A. chloride stress corrosion cracking
B. replacement improper components
C. brittle fracture of bolting materials
D. carburization

58. The extent of verification of material used for repair or alteration of alloy systems determined by the:
A. material supplier
B. repair organization
C. owner/user
D. piping engineer

59. Material placed at the root of weld for the purpose of supporting molten weld metal
A. baking
B. consumable insert
C. flux
D. composite

60. An alternative or supplement to the inspection of buried piping is leak testing with liquid. At what percentage
greater than the maximum operating pressure should this test be conducted?
A. 5%
B. 10%
C. 25%
D. 50%

61. Planar indication best detected by :

A. RT
B. UT straight beam
C. MT
D. UT angle beam/share wave

62. The positive material identification (PMI) testing program within a warehouse:
A. must test a part of every alloy piping component received
B. should not be regarded as an alternative to PMI testing of the fabricated piping system
C. requires dismantling of valves to test individual parts
D. is a cost-effective alternative to PMI testing of the fabricated piping system
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63. Verification material repair an alteration by :

A. inspector
B. engineer
C. purchasing
D. repair department

64. A repair to a crack can be considered permanent if:

A. a weld groove completely removes the defect and is then filled with weld metal deposit
B. the piping component is hydro tested to 150% of the maximum allowable pressure
C. a box-type enclosure is installed
D. a full encirclement welded split sleeve is installed per

65. For class 2 and class 3 secondary small bore piping the thickness measurements inspection is:
A. optional
B. conducted at the same as interval as the primary piping
C. conducted every 3 years
D. conducted every 10 years

66. A lathe-turned specimen is being used to qualify welding procedure specifications. Tensile strength is defined as
the ultimate load on the specimen divided by cross-sectional area spectrum, the following information is available
Specimen diameter = 0.510 inch (area = 0.204 Square inch); ultimate Load = 11,440 pounds.
What is the approximate tensile strength of the specimen?
A. 11,440 psi
B. 22,400 psi
C. 55,000 psi
D. 56,100 psi

67. To what aspect of NDE does the ASNT Recommended Practice SNT-TC-1A document apply?
A. safety procedures
B. personnel qualifications
C. NDE procedures
D. equipment calibration

68. A level gauge glass piping assembly attached to a vessel:

A. level indicator
B. level bridle
C. inspected every 3 years
D. inspected at an interval that is half that of the used of the piping system

69. Which of the following techniques is most effective in finding process pluggage in pipes?
A. acoustic emission testing
B. radiographic testing
C. eddy-current testing
D. ultrasonic testing

70. Local corrosion at CML, how to determine local corrosion

A. put transducer above localize corrosion
B. UT Scanning
C. UT share wave
D. straight beam UT

71. An external inspection was completed on a piping system, which one of the following should be included in the
inspector’s reports?
A. manufacturer of any ultrasonic equipment used
B. date of the next scheduled inspection
C. inspector and examiner certification
D. type of equipments used to calibrate the inspection equipment
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72. Environmental cracking noted during an in-service examination of welds shall be assessed by the:
A. piping engineer
B. nondestructive examiner
C. piping inspector
D. certified welding inspector

73. What is the cause for rejection of the “B” image on a film due excessive backscatter?
A. any image
B. no image
C. a light image
D. a dark image

74. After a welded pipe repair is completed, a pressure test should be performed if it is practical and deemed
necessary by the:
A. inspector
B. owner/user and the piping engineer
C. piping engineer
D. owner/user’s insurance carrier and the piping engineer

75. Which two positions qualify a welder for all positions when welding an 8-inch pipe coupon?
A. 1G and 2G
B. 1G and 3G
C. 2G and 3G
D. 2G and 5G

76. Brittle fracture of a component is directly related to:

A. material toughness
B. number of thermal cycles
C. tensile strength
D. long-term overstressing

77. Ultra sonic measurement should be adjusted by temperature correction factor, by the following temperature:
A. 120 0F
B. 150 0F
C. 175 0F
D. 200 0F

78. Ultrasonic inspection systems used for flaw detection should be calibrated :
A. before and after each examination
B. at regular intervals not to exceed one month
C. once e week
D. before the stars of each work shift

79. Carbon steel piping system including ones insulated for personnel protection susceptible to CUI at temperature:
A. 10oF – 350oF
B. 120oF – 400oF
C. 10oF – 120oF
D. 120oF – 350oF

80. The table below shows the years of operation and corresponding wall thickness of a Class 1 piping system

Total Years of Operation Wall Thickness

0 0.455 inch (11.6mm)
3 0.420 inch (10.7 mm)
4 0.415 inch (10.5 mm)

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The minimum required thickness is 0.380 inch (9.652 mm). The shortest remaining life of the piping system is:
A. 1.75 years
B. 3.5 years
C. 5 years
D. 7 years

81. Positive material identification (PMI) testing of welding consumables should include
A. a representative sample as specified by the piping inspector
B. one electrode or wire sample from each lot or package of alloy weld rod
C. a representative sample of electrodes taken at random from the container
D. a representative sample as specified by the piping engineer

82. Electromagnetic force AC yoke check in the welding process

A. years
B. 45 lb
C. Prior to use
D. Each shift

83. If RBI methods are not used, visual external inspections of piping shall be conducted at intervals of no more than:
A. 3 years for a Class 1 line
B. 5 years for a Class 1 or Class 2 line
C. 5 years for a Class 3 line
D. 10 years for a Class 2 line

84. Mechanical fatigue failures typically exhibit which type of surface feature?
A. concentric rings or “beach marks”
B. horseshoes going upstream
C. “Mud flat” type cracking
D. “Rock candy” appearance

85. Internal visual inspection of piping is

A. always done using a remote visual technique
B. the only reason for conducting inspections during outages
C. an important part of piping inspection
D. not normally performed

86. Piping system may be primed and painted prior to leak testing unless…………………..is required
A. leak lest
B. pneumatic test
C. hydrostatic test
D. sensitive leak test

87. Materials used in repairing or altering piping systems must be:

A. the original construction materials
B. compatible with 7018 weld electrodes
C. approved by the maintenance manager
D. of known weldable quality

88. The next thickness inspection for a class I is : given tactual = 0.374 t required = 0.254 and a corrosion rate of
0.015 in year would be in :
A. 2 years
B. 4 years
C. 5 years
D. 8 years

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89. Which of the following may be assumed in computations made when calculating maximum allowable working
pressure for unknown materials?
A. highest grade material
B. average grade material
C. carbon steel material
D. lowest grade material

90. If an area of piping is observed to be deteriorating:

A. a corrosion engineer must be consulted to determine the cause of the problem
B. the piping downstream and upstream of this area along with the associated equipment, should also be
inspected
C. the owner/user must be consulted in order to mitigate the problem
D. the piping downstream of this area along with the associated equipment, should also be inspected

91. The responsibility for qualifying repair welders is restricted to the:

A. contractor or manufacturer employing the welder
B. welder’s supervisor
C. owner/user of the site where the repaired equipment will be used
D. welding qualification test company employed by the owner/user

92. On a class 2 piping system where RBI is not being used, if the minimum calculated remaining life is 8 years. The
maximum interval for thickness measurement is:
A. 4 years
B. 3 years
C. 8 years
D. 10 years

93. Low-strength bolting can only be used in which of the following?

A. class 150 only
B. class 150 and 300
C. class 150 through 600
D. class 400 or below

94. Factors that can contribute to reduced accuracy of ultrasonic measurement include the following, except :
A. improper instrument calibration
B. external coating
C. temperature below 150 0F (65 0C)
D. significant surface roughness

95. Which of the following is most likely to result from improper heat treating?
A. low residual stress
B. lack of penetration
C. high residual stress
D. weld shrinkage

96. When performing liquid penetrant examinations of stainless steel weld joints, which of the following is correct for
verifying acceptable penetrant materials?
A. verify the certifications of penetrant and developer materials for chlorine and other halogens
B. check the material container for identification and batch numbers
C. verify the certifications of penetrant and developer materials lead content
D. check the material container for indication of VOC content

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97. What is the interval of calibration eye for visual inspection such that the capability of reading standard J-1 letters
on standard Jaeger test type chart for near vision
A. annually
B. every 3 months
C. every 2 years
D. monthly

98. Leak at seal weld of threaded connection found at the time of hydrotest whilst post weld heat treatment (PWHT) is
required based on original design. After repair on the threaded connection , what need to do :
A. PWHT as per original requirement
B. only preheat to be applied
C. PWHT is not required since it be used only to prevent leakage
D. none of above

99. Which of the following circumstances requires a welder to re-qualify?

A. when the welder’s foreman discovers that the welder is not making acceptable welds
B. when the welder has not welded with the same P-number in the previous 6 months
C. when the welder has not worked as a welder for the previous 2 months
D. when the welder has not re-qualified within the past 12 months

100. When a welder has failed his first qualification test by volumetric NDE of test plates, what is required for an
immediate retest?
A. two more plate coupons for mechanical testing
B. welder passes the production weld alternative test
C. remedial training
D. two more plate coupons for volumetric examination

101. The ability of metal to absorb energy and deform plastically before fracturing is known as
A. ductile to brittle transition
B. plastically
C. tensile strength
D. toughness

102. Erosion and erosion – corrosion are characterized by :

A. generalized thinning in low spots
B. generalized thinning in areas perpendicular to the flow of the impact medium
C. localized loss of thickness in the form of pits or grooves
D. localized loss of thickness in the form of sharp – edge pitting

103. According to ASME code section IX, essential welding procedure variable are those in which a change in a
variable
A. will not affect the mechanical properties of the weldment
B. may be made in the WPS without requalification
C. require requalification of the welding procedure
D. require postweld heat treatment of the weldment

104. Who is responsible for weld quality of welder or welder operator

A. the individual welder or welding operators
B. each manufacturer or contractor
C. the welding inspector (CWI) assigned to the job
D. the contractor’s quality control inspector

105. If foreign solid material is entrapped in a weld (slag, flux, oxides, etc) it is referred to is/are:
A. imperfection
B. flaw
C. inclusion
D. defect

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106. Submerged arc welding

A. generates a pool of molten metal between two copper shoes
B. uses pressure and arc to fuse two components
C. produce repeatable high-quality welds for large weldments
D. can be accomplished with or without the use of filler metal

107. A welder has made 25 groove welds using SMAW on carbon steel components but the guided bend test for the
welder was never performed. To avoid cutting all of the production weld made by this welder, which step would
be taken to validate the welder’s qualification
A. radiograph the welder’s first production weld and accept the qualification based on acceptable weld quality
by radiograph
B. have the welder prepare a test coupon and have the bend test done on that
C. there is no alternative to qualifying a welder by the guided bend test
D. radiograph 10% of the weld, regardless of the governing specification

108. A welding procedure under the requirements of the ASME code section IX welding procedure specification
(WPS) is used to
A. test the welding machine
B. ensure weldment properties
C. determine the welder’s skill
D. determine the welding operator’s skill

109. To perform magnetic particle examination, the best results are achieved by
A. when the lines of flux are at 450 to the discontinuity
B. when the lines of flux are parallel to the discontinuity
C. when the lines of flux are created around the discontinuity
D. when the lines of flux are perpendicular to the discontinuity

110. With carbon and low alloy steel materials, corrosion under insulation is usually in the form of
A. localized corrosion
B. stress corrosion cracking
C. microbiological induced corrosion
D. galvanic corrosion

111. Electrodes or fluxes that have become wet should be :

A. discarded and not used for any welding
B. heated in electrical ovens for 2 hours at 250°F (121.1 °C)
C. used only after thorough drying
D. used for filler and cap passes only

112. As a minimum, an ultrasonic instrument should be checked with a …all of the following times except :
A. when the ambient temperature changes
B. when malfunctioning equipment is suspected
C. at the beginning and end of each completion of examination
D. when examination personnel are changed

113. At any time during weld inspection if defect over than specification are identified
A. pressure test
B. protected before welding proceed further
C. segregated for further evaluation
D. RT for quality

114. Exception of preheat and PWHT for temporary repair shall be approved by
A. welding inspector
B. piping engineer
C. piping inspector
D. owner / user

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115. The period external inspection for API 570 may be conducted by
A. piping engineer
B. qualified operator
C. experience pipe fitter
D. operating supervisor

116. Which of the following valves would make “pigging” impossible?

A. gate
B. globe
C. slide
D. ball

117. Thickness measurement at CMLs are intended to establish general and localized corrosion rate in different section
of piping circuits. A minimum number of CMLs are acceptable when:
A. relatively noncorrosive piping systems
B. low potential for creating a safety or environmental emergency in the event of a leak
C. long, straight-run piping systems
D. systems not subject to changes that could cause corrosion as demonstrated by history and/or periodic
reviews

118. Fewer CMLs can be selected for piping system with any of the following characteristic:
A. extremely low potential for creating a safety or environmental emergency in the event of a leak

B. noncorrosive systems
C. long, straight-run piping systems
D. systems not subject to changes that could cause corrosion as demonstrated by history and/or periodic
reviews

119. Which of the following is not FRP (fiberglass reinforced plastic) or GRP (glass reinforced plastic)?
A. epoxy
B. vinyl ester
C. high and low-density polyethylene
D. polyester thermosetting

120. For thickness measurement of pipe NPS 1 and smaller, NDT technique employed would be?
A. radiographic testing
B. ultrasonic testing
C. eddy current testing
D. acoustic testing

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